Simple sew map bag PDF sewing pattern, great for creating the ultimate cross body, small messenger bag. It's great for both men and women.

This easy to sew bag making pattern enables you to make your stay at home sewing project as easy or as difficult as you want it to be.

Omit the darts from front pocket and make a simple patch pocket. Use sew on press studs for the fastening instead of a belt buckle and you have a super quick shoulder bag which can be made to look all the more unusual by mixing fabrics; matching and contrasting colours. As such, it's a great little Scrap Buster Pattern.

If you want to really challenge yourself, make up a section of the bag in suede contrasted with a vintage remnant of tweed and make the straps detachable in leather - the possibilities are endless.

We feel it's one of those patterns which can be used again and again. Not just for yourself, but also for friends and family: when you want to make a loved one's gift idea highly personalised and unique.

Sewing Skill Level: Advanced Beginner - Intermediate (you decide how difficult you want your make to be).

On downloading this pattern you will receive x3 PDF files

a) Pattern Pieces b) Tiled Grid - to help you assemble your pattern pieces c) Instructions - for making up your bag

These files are best opened up in Adobe Acrobat Reader (it's free via Google). Print out in either A4 or US Letter.

Recommended Fabrics: Medium weight denim, canvas or drill cotton. For lining - light weight cotton.

For instructions on how to assemble tiles to create pattern pieces, head over to The VJ Seamsters sewing group on Face Book. There, you will also be able to exchange 'make up' tips and tricks with other VJ Seamsters.

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